September 24th is Family Day — and what better way to bring children and parents closer together than to enjoy a meal together.
Did you know that kids who frequently eat dinner with their families are less likely to try alcohol, cigarettes or drugs and are more likely to confide in their parents, have better grades? CASA, The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, has conducted nationwide studies for a decade, and sponsors Family Day: A day to eat dinner with your children, the fourth Monday in September.
With a little extra planning, family meals can be transformed into a time of sharing responsibilities and meaningful conversations. Here are some articles and recipes ideas to help you and your family enjoy Family Day.
Make Mealtime a Family Affair Family Fun in the Kitchen Making Time for a Healthy Whole Grain Breakfast
Easy Pickin' Chicken Pie Cajun Cornbread Skillet Chicken a la King Pot Pie Monte Cristo Cornbread Skillet Supper Grilled Chicken Skillet Pizza with Corn Meal Crust
Wonderful Waffles with Fresh Fruit and Luscious Lemon Sauce Savory Bacon Cheddar Corn Muffins Apple Upside-Down Skillet Coffee Cake Sausage Pinwheels Very Berry Pancakes
Easy Chocolate Chip Blondies Hummingbird Snack Cake Mom's Apple Cobbler Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches
For more information, visit www.casafamilyday.org
Easy Pickin' Chicken Pie
Wonderful Waffles with Fresh Fruit and Luscious Lemon Sauce
Easy Chocolate Chip Blondies